Model : LAD250WHT
Features
● 8L per Day of water extracton capacity
● All year round efficiency with Desiccant technology
● CFC free technology (no refrigerant gas)
● Suitable for rooms from 25 to 50m2
● SensAir Live Humidity Control
● 2-stage Air Filtraton
● Continuous drainage available through hose
● Timer Mode
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do you have an example? I'm getting lots of condensation in the mornings lately
This is a completely different product - compressor vs desiccant
@timmyd: If you've got condensation on your windows you've got a hell of a lotta humidity to dry, a desiccant one won't do the job properly or efficiently.
@Damonator84: Disagree and depends on situation. I have condensation on my windows in the living/dining areas but don't heat that area hence it's pretty cold overnight (<15C as it's 15C in the hallway). My desiccant dehumidifier (similar performance/size to OPs) reduces it to minimal condensation. Stops overnight as the tank is full so if I had continuous drainage it may remove all condensation.
a desiccant one won't do the job properly or efficiently.
This is entirely wrong.
Whether you need a compressor or a desiccant model, depends on the temperature of your room. Compressor modles don't work very well at low temps, and in this scenario a desiccant model will do a better job. Conversely, if you're in somewhere hot like Darwin, you'll need a compressor model.
OP has posted a deal for a desiccant dehumidifier. The humidifier linked by Damonator84 is a compressor dehumidifier. Which is the right dehumidifier depends on room size but also the general temperature of the room. If it is heated warm room then a compressor dehumidifier works well. If it is an unheated room (e.g. laundry, living areas overnight, bathrooms) in a cool climate then a desiccant dehumifier is generally a better choice. From my research, at ~21C both types are equivalent.
I need a dehumidifier for keeping dust mites at bay (recommendation is to maintain 35% to 50% humidity). It'll only be used in a 4x4 carpeted room in Melbourne. Would this be a good dehumidifier for this purpose?
Yes, it would. It will use 300W to 650W per hour so keep an eye on the electricity bill.
Fairly small, better off with bigger model and WiFi connectivity. RRP is pretty overinflated.